Remington 700 ADL
Remington Arms · Rifle · In Production · 1962
Also known as: Model 700 ADL, 700 ADL
Overview
The Remington 700 ADL is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield, serving as the entry-level standard-grade member of Remington's Model 700 family introduced in 1962. The ADL is distinguished from the deluxe BDL primarily by its blind internal box magazine, which lacks the BDL's hinged floorplate and is loaded directly through the open action. Built around Remington's renowned cylindrical receiver and the 'Three Rings of Steel' design that fully encloses the cartridge head, it pairs dual-opposed front locking lugs with a recessed bolt face for strength and consistent accuracy. The rifle feeds four rounds, wears a 24-inch blued barrel, and is fitted with an X-Mark Pro adjustable single-stage trigger and a two-position safety. Long a staple of the American deer woods, the 700 ADL offers the accuracy and reliability of the Model 700 platform in an affordable, no-frills hunting configuration.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3350 g (118.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1130 mm (44.49") |
| Barrel Length | 610 mm (24.02") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 880 m/s (2887 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3764 J (2776 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 730 m (798 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 4600 m (5031 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Synthetic |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .30-06 Springfield · primary — also known as 7.62x63mm, .30-06, .30 Gov't '06
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Internal Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Two Position Safety
- Features: Bolt Action, Dual Opposed Locking Lugs, Recessed Bolt Face, Three Rings Of Steel, Blind Box Magazine, X Mark Pro Trigger, Drilled Tapped Receiver, Sling Swivel Studs
Base model
Service history
Operators
- Civilian Hunters and Sport Shooters
Production
Production years: 1962-present
Part of the Model 700 family, of which over 5 million rifles have been produced across all variants
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Mike Walker
Notes
ADL designates the standard grade in the Model 700 line; the principal difference from the BDL is the blind (non-hinged-floorplate) internal magazine. Early ADLs used walnut stocks; modern production typically ships with a black synthetic stock. Offered over the years in numerous chamberings including .243 Win, .270 Win, .308 Win, .30-06 Springfield, and 7mm Rem Mag. Specifications listed are for the standard .30-06 Springfield 24-inch synthetic-stock configuration.
Background
Designed by Remington engineer Mike Walker, the Model 700 action made its debut in 1962 in two grades: the deluxe BDL and the plainer, more affordable ADL. The ADL became one of the most common first centerfire rifles for generations of American hunters, prized for delivering the celebrated Model 700 accuracy at a budget price.